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What people are saying about Albertsons’ possible takeover of Whole Foods

After news broke that grocery chain Albertsons was reportedly considering making a bid for Austin-based Whole Foods, Statesman readers quickly reacted. And a lot of what they had to say was, “Really?” Maybe it has to do with the fact that Austin is located smack dab in the middle of H-E-B country, but many readers expressed a general distrust of the Albertsons’ brand.

“Albertsons wants to buy Whole Foods????? WTH???? They can't take care of themselves. They've closed so many stores up here in the last few years, I don't think there are any left anymore.” - Linda Hutchinson

“This seems weird to me.” - Lauren DB

“Is the $11 billion valuation done at Whole Foods prices? That would be like $6-7 billion at a regular grocery store.” - Lance Cain

“I really don't like Albertsons, and I doubt they will do Whole Foods any favors. But Whole Foods has declined in recent years, too. I still shop for some of their 365 products but the bakery and prepared foods are abysmal now.” - Kris Moore